HESI PN OB/HESI PN Pediatrics/HESI PN Maternity
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When talking with a pregnant client who is experiencing aching swollen, leg veins,
the nurse would explain that this is most probably the result of which of the
following?
A. thrombophlebitis
B. pregnancy induced hypertension
C. pressure on blood vessels from the enlarging uterus
D. the force of gravity pulling down on the uterus
D - Explanation
Pressure of the growing uterus on blood vessels results in an increased risk for
venous stasis in the lower extremities. Subsequently, edema and varicose vein
formation may occur. Thrombophlebitis is an inflammation of the veins due to
thrombus formation. Pregnancy-induced hypertension is not associated with
these symptoms. Gravity plays only a minor role with these symptoms.
Which of the following would cause a false-positive result on a pregnancy test?
A. The test was performed less than 10 days after an abortion
,B. The test was performed too early or too late in the
pregnancy
C. The urine sample was stored too long at room
temperature
D. A spontaneous abortion or a missed abortion is
impending
A - Explanation
A false-positive reaction can occur if the
pregnancy test is performed less than 10 days after an abortion. Performing the
tests too early or too late in the pregnancy, storing the urine sample too long at
room temperature, or having a spontaneous or missed abortion impending can all
produce false- negative results.
During a lecture on reproduction, a student nurse asks the instructor what
determines the sex of a fetus. Accurate information in response to this question
would be:
A. "The sex of the fetus is not determined until the eighth week of gestation."
B. "The fertilization of the zygote is the point at which sex is determined."
C. "Males have one less pair of chromosomes than females."
D. "Sex is determined by the chromosomes contributed by the ovum."
B. Explanation
,The sex of the fetus is determined at the point that the sperm fertilizes the ovum
to form the zygote. Sex is ultimately determined by the chromosome contributed
by the sperm.
Pediazole is a suspension medication that contains 200 mg erythromycin and 600
mg sulfisoxazole per 5 mL. The physician orders Pediazole 4 mL PO every 12 hours.
How many mg of sulfisoxazole is this client receiving in a 24-hour period?
A. 160 mg
B. 320 mg
C. 480 mg
D. 960 mg
D. Explanation
600 mg/ 5 mL = x mg/ 4 mL
2400 = 5x
x= 2400/5
x= 480 mg per dose x 2 = 960 mg in 24 hours.
A primigravida patient who is 12 weeks pregnant visits a health promotion
program in the community pertaining to the pregnancy care. A group of nursing
, student is educating the public about measures to prevent discomfort of
pregnancy. The primigravida patient asks one of the student about measures on
how to prevent heartburn she is experiencing throughout the day. Select all the
necessary measures to prevent the primigravida patient's complaint.
A. Eating small, frequent meals and avoiding fatty and spicy food
B. Eating high fiber foods and increase drinking fluids
C. Drinking milk between milk
D. Arranging frequent rest periods throughout the day
E. Sitting upright for 30 minutes after a meal
F. Engaging in regular exercise
A, C, E
The nurse identifies substance abuse behaviors exhibited by a pregnant client
during an initial prenatal screening. While promoting a therapeutic and accepting
environment, the care management by the nurse would be MOST appropriate if
focused on which of the following?
A. Discouraging substance use during pregnancy
B. Termination of the pregnancy at an early stage
C. Eliminating substance use during pregnancy
D. Setting boundaries with the client in regards to substance use
C.
Actual Exam| Complete Exam Questions And Correct
Answers| Updated
When talking with a pregnant client who is experiencing aching swollen, leg veins,
the nurse would explain that this is most probably the result of which of the
following?
A. thrombophlebitis
B. pregnancy induced hypertension
C. pressure on blood vessels from the enlarging uterus
D. the force of gravity pulling down on the uterus
D - Explanation
Pressure of the growing uterus on blood vessels results in an increased risk for
venous stasis in the lower extremities. Subsequently, edema and varicose vein
formation may occur. Thrombophlebitis is an inflammation of the veins due to
thrombus formation. Pregnancy-induced hypertension is not associated with
these symptoms. Gravity plays only a minor role with these symptoms.
Which of the following would cause a false-positive result on a pregnancy test?
A. The test was performed less than 10 days after an abortion
,B. The test was performed too early or too late in the
pregnancy
C. The urine sample was stored too long at room
temperature
D. A spontaneous abortion or a missed abortion is
impending
A - Explanation
A false-positive reaction can occur if the
pregnancy test is performed less than 10 days after an abortion. Performing the
tests too early or too late in the pregnancy, storing the urine sample too long at
room temperature, or having a spontaneous or missed abortion impending can all
produce false- negative results.
During a lecture on reproduction, a student nurse asks the instructor what
determines the sex of a fetus. Accurate information in response to this question
would be:
A. "The sex of the fetus is not determined until the eighth week of gestation."
B. "The fertilization of the zygote is the point at which sex is determined."
C. "Males have one less pair of chromosomes than females."
D. "Sex is determined by the chromosomes contributed by the ovum."
B. Explanation
,The sex of the fetus is determined at the point that the sperm fertilizes the ovum
to form the zygote. Sex is ultimately determined by the chromosome contributed
by the sperm.
Pediazole is a suspension medication that contains 200 mg erythromycin and 600
mg sulfisoxazole per 5 mL. The physician orders Pediazole 4 mL PO every 12 hours.
How many mg of sulfisoxazole is this client receiving in a 24-hour period?
A. 160 mg
B. 320 mg
C. 480 mg
D. 960 mg
D. Explanation
600 mg/ 5 mL = x mg/ 4 mL
2400 = 5x
x= 2400/5
x= 480 mg per dose x 2 = 960 mg in 24 hours.
A primigravida patient who is 12 weeks pregnant visits a health promotion
program in the community pertaining to the pregnancy care. A group of nursing
, student is educating the public about measures to prevent discomfort of
pregnancy. The primigravida patient asks one of the student about measures on
how to prevent heartburn she is experiencing throughout the day. Select all the
necessary measures to prevent the primigravida patient's complaint.
A. Eating small, frequent meals and avoiding fatty and spicy food
B. Eating high fiber foods and increase drinking fluids
C. Drinking milk between milk
D. Arranging frequent rest periods throughout the day
E. Sitting upright for 30 minutes after a meal
F. Engaging in regular exercise
A, C, E
The nurse identifies substance abuse behaviors exhibited by a pregnant client
during an initial prenatal screening. While promoting a therapeutic and accepting
environment, the care management by the nurse would be MOST appropriate if
focused on which of the following?
A. Discouraging substance use during pregnancy
B. Termination of the pregnancy at an early stage
C. Eliminating substance use during pregnancy
D. Setting boundaries with the client in regards to substance use
C.
